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David Pollack Obituary
David was born on Nov. 29, 1981. He attended school in Ledyard through high school, and received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Connecticut. At the time of his death, David was a graduate student in the Microbiology Department of the University of Massachusetts. He was to receive his Doctoral degree in January 2009. When David was 17, he became a volunteer fireman with the Ledyard Fire Company, and after moving to Massachusetts he joined the Amherst Fire Department. He was a lieutenant in that department at the time of his death. His association with these departments exemplifies the devotion David had to serving his community.
David will be deeply missed not only by his family, but by the many friends whose lives he enriched with his love of life, humor, and caring nature.
A memorial service will be held in David's honor at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, at the Ledyard Firehouse located at 11 Fairway Dr., Ledyard.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in David's memory.
More details will be available at the memorial service. Obituary and register at www.douglassfuneral.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Pollack
Sponsored by His loving mother, Carol Pollack.
Gareth
April 15, 2023
Hey Dave. Was just thinking about you. Wish you were still here with us bud. Can´t believe it´s been over 15 years now. RIP
Carol Byrne
December 23, 2008
Carol, Vince and Joey,
know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol and Charlie Byrne
Lindsay Coxe and Chris Steward
December 20, 2008
Dave, we will miss you deeply. You were an amazing person. We are all better for to have known you.
Mr. and Mrs. Pollack, you will be in our thoughts and prayers. There are no words to express your loss.
Michael J. McKernan
December 19, 2008
I have known David since 1999 when he joined the Ledyard Fire Company. From the start I soon realized that David was a special person, a person who was extra nice to everyone he met and talked to. David excelled when he took his Firefighter 1 and Firefighter 2 courses. I had a lot of fun being around David. My late mother always asked who the nice person that called the house was - it was David. David was my friend and I will always remember him. My sincere condolences to the Pollack Family.
Chief Turtle - Ledyard Fire Company
Terrie Jenkins
December 19, 2008
Carol, Vince, Joey & Gram: I want to let you know that I am so sorry for the loss of David. I am honored to have met David, he influenced my life. What I experienced at Gram's 85th birthday reunion made an immense impression on me and I have bragged on all of you since. David was such a bright young man and his loss leaves us all with a void. I will always keep his spirit alive in the memories that I have received from his wonderful personality, humanity, humor and intelligence.
I love all of you, Terrie
Jennifer Bilskis
December 19, 2008
I am at a loss for words. No words can describe how I feel. Aunt Caorl, Uncle Vince, Gram, Joey... I wish I was there with you, for you. Know in my hearts that I am. I am so proud to be his cousin. Dave, I love you... I love you all. --- Jennifer
Grace Sloan
December 18, 2008
Dear Vince & Carol,
Don and I would like to express our deepest sympathy in your loss of David. Don has many memories of the stories about David as he grew up. God bless you all at this time of sorrow.
Don & Grace Sloan - Florida
Andrew Nemeth
December 18, 2008
David and I have been great friends for a long time, roommates, teammates and brothers. I miss him immensely. David was the best person I know and talented in everything he did. My sincere condolences go out to the Pollacks.
Bill Waterhouse
December 17, 2008
Dave was one of those guys everyone liked. He was smart, personnable and straightforward. I had quite a few great conversations with Dave during his time in Ledyard and it was always a pleasure talking with him. When he joined Ledyard Fire Co., he took it to heart and did everything he could do to excel and know the job and become an excellent firefighter and that also reflects on everything else he did in life. Dave, you will be sadly missed by all those who knew you.
Frances Cirino
December 17, 2008
Dave was one of the best individuals I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and being friends with. He made life in Amherst fun and easy going and never hesitated to help anyone. He will be missed greatly. My deepest sympathies go out to the Pollack family.
Paula Raffield-Gonzales
December 17, 2008
My memories of Dave are all smiles, laughter, caring, volunteering and years of friendship. I...We are all better people for having known him and having had him touch our lives. My thoughts go out to his family and the extended group of family and friends. Dave you are greatly missed.
Jean Taylor
December 16, 2008
Vince, Carol and Joey,
We were so saddened by the news regarding David's death. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis & Jean Taylor
Alex Mrazik
December 16, 2008
Vince, Carol, and Joe - I know I have said this so many times, but I want to repeat what an uplifting person and great friend he was. I am so happy I was able to spend time with him over Thanksgiving. I will never forget Dave. Love, Alex
Judy Ronau
December 16, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Pollack family during this tragic time. I remember playing soccer with both Dave and Joe. I always have admired Dave's commitment to serving the community as a fireman, especially because he was able to find time to volunteer at the local fire department in Amherst while studying for his doctorate! He was truly a great guy and will be missed by many. I will keep him and his family in my prayers.
Jay and Laura Gibson
December 16, 2008
The news of Dave's passing brought great sorrow to our hearts. Though we can still rejoice in his love of life and commitment to make others laugh bringing cheer wherever he roamed, Dave will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and sincere blessings go out to all of his family and friends. We know his memory will remain with us for all time to come.
Jackie Baudro
December 16, 2008
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. Dave was such a nice, caring, fun, loving person. He will be deeply missed.
Megan Bowers
December 16, 2008
My deepest condolences for your loss. Dave was blessed with a kind, loving family and will be missed. The Pollacks are in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Maggie Liparulo
December 16, 2008
I have no words to express my sadness. Just know that my thoughts are constantly with your family and I pray that you will find the strength to rejoice in the fact that David was blessed with a wonderful family.
Kathleen Tuturice
December 16, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. I am an employee at UMass Amherst and when I heard of your loss from the Provost I was deeply sadned. I have never met David but please know that David and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is any way I can be of help or assistance in these times. Much love and God bless.
edward lange
December 16, 2008
Dear Carol, Vinnie, and Joey. As next door neighbors, Rose and I were deeply grieved by Davids' passing. Our first thoughts were of two young boys playing in the yard, waiting for Dad to come home from work, Mom calling from the back porch, "You two be careful out there." Such a sorrowful loss. Please accopt our Sympathy in Davids' passing. Rose & Ed Lange
Bob & Terri McDermott
December 16, 2008
Dave exemplified "Live Well, Laugh Often, Love Much" . We are blessed to have known him and been loved by him. He will live on in our hearts forever.
Jessica and Rich Clark
December 16, 2008
Your dedication and selflessness to others will be greatly missed, Dave. Rest in peace.
Nora Wallace
December 16, 2008
Dear Vince, Carol and Family -
My deepest and most sincere sympathies in this time of tragic loss. As a parent I can think of no greater sadness...my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rochele Noel-Gray
December 16, 2008
Vincent, My heart goes out to you and your family concerning the loss of your son David. That is such a huge loss and so sad. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Doucette
December 16, 2008
Dave, you were one of my best friends....I have known you my entire life. There is little that I can appropriately say here that will summarize what you meant to all of us. Just know, that we will not forget you and impact that you had on all of us.
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